Are you fascinated by hidden places, left almost untouched by mass tourism? Limnos is the right island for you!
You can find the island in the Aegean Sea in the northernmost part, thanks to its location, it remains distant from the mass and is mostly appreciated by selective tourism, thanks to its peculiarity.
You will find an island of volcanic origin, legend tells the story of Hephaestus, the well-liked volcano god, who lived on the island.
Since the Minoan era, the island was used as a place to grow vines, thanks to its pastures and hillsides. During the Byzantine period it was used as a shipyard, but after the splendor, during the Turkish occupation it had a sharp decline.
The port of Limnos is Myrina, not that main town on the island, located on the western side, allows faster travel to Piraeus. The harbor is quite close to the city center, reachable by foot. With an easy walking distance passengers can find various services such as hotels, resorts, bars, restaurants, grocery stores, ATM’s and shops.
The ferry company that connects the Island of Limnos is Blue Star Ferries.
The fleet of ships will take you to several destinations, including: Ag.Kirikos, Chios, Evidilos, Fourni, Inousses, Kavala, Leros, Patmos, Samos Karlovassi, Samos Vathy, Lesvos and Piraeus.
On Mr Ferry, selecting each route will show you the travel time for each crossing!
HERE IS A TIP: if you want the cheapest tickets on the market, ideally you should look for them months in advance so as not to fall into the trap of the high season when prices soar!
